At the FIFA World Cup 2022, the Japan national team lost to Croatia after a penalty shootout, finishing the tournament in the last 16. Japan representative Takehiro Tomiyasu answered the interview. Q: Looking back on the Croatia match Tomiyasu: We still haven’t sorted things out yet, and I really wanted to win. Q: How did you watch the penalty shootout? Tomiyasu: I just believed in it. Q: Where did you fall short of the best 8? Tomiyasu: I think there were many things that were lacking. That’s true for individuals, and it’s true for the team as well. Q: What kind of communication did you have with the other players after the match? Q: To Tomiyasu, what kind of team was the 26 members of the Japanese national team? Tomiyasu: It was a really good team, and I am grateful to my seniors. Q: How was your first World Cup stage? Q: Looking back on your own play, do you still have regrets? Tomiyasu: I haven’t sorted it out yet. I think there is still more. Q: Looking ahead Tomiyasu: I can’t think of the future yet. But I have no choice but to move forward. I really want to switch. Q: Do you have a message for the supporters? Tomiyasu: I’m really grateful, and it’s frustrating that we didn’t win that much, but I want to continue to make Japanese football stronger together, so I’m interested in football at this World Cup. I think there are people who gave it to us, and I would like them to give us a push.
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